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Geralt’s Voice Actor Defends Ciri as Lead in 'The Witcher 4'

Doug Cockle urges critics to consult the books, emphasizing the narrative shift aligns with the series’ lore and Geralt’s concluded arc.

Ciri in The Witcher 4 and Geralt from The Witcher 3
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Overview

  • Ciri is confirmed as the protagonist of 'The Witcher 4,' marking a narrative shift from Geralt to a new trilogy inspired by Andrzej Sapkowski’s books.
  • Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt, stated that Geralt’s story concluded with the 'Blood and Wine' DLC, making the transition to Ciri a natural progression.
  • Cockle dismissed claims that the decision is 'woke,' urging fans to read the books to better understand the lore and context.
  • CD Projekt Red emphasized that the new story will respect the source material while exploring Ciri’s untold stories hinted at in previous games.
  • The game is in full production with no release date yet, but the latest earnings report suggests a launch no earlier than 2027.